Sedation Dentistry - Winthrop, MA
Relaxation & Comfort for Patient Needs
Many patients experience dental anxiety or fear when faced with an upcoming appointment, and sometimes, regular amenities just aren’t enough to combat the problem. With the help of oral conscious sedation techniques, you can get multiple dental procedures completed in one visit without having to suffer from dental anxiety. We offer a complimentary consultation to see if you qualify for sedation dentistry. If you’ve been avoiding the dentist because of these feelings, please pay a visit to Brooks Dental. Our sedation dentistry services can provide you with that valuable extra layer of comfort and relaxation that you need to feel truly at ease as we improve the health and beauty of your smile.
Why Choose Brooks Dental for Sedation Dentistry?
- Complimentary Sedation Dentistry Consultation
- Patient Comfort Is Priority #1
- Compassionate & Knowledgeable Team
Oral Conscious Sedation
For patients who struggle with moderate to severe dental anxiety, conscious sedation is available. This more powerful alternative offers deeper, longer relaxation, allowing you to have a more pleasant experience while receiving the care you need without going completely under anesthesia. Once we’ve helped you get fully comfortable in the treatment chair, we’ll start improving your smile. Just remember with this option you’ll need to plan in advance, so let us know if you are interested in using oral conscious sedation for your next procedure.
What is Oral Conscious Sedation?
The name oral conscious sedation tells you several things about this sedative instantly. While other options can be inhaled or injected through an IV at the dental office, this one is taken orally as a pill from the pharmacy prior to the appointment. This medication removes feelings of nervousness and heightened stress levels and replaces them with easygoing, peaceful thoughts. While you remain awake the entire time, you may not be fully aware of what’s going on around you, which means any sights or sounds that would normally induce anxiety will not bother you at all.
How Does Oral Conscious Sedation Work?
The process is simple—we'll prescribe you an oral medication to take at a predetermined time before your actual procedure. Patients who undergo conscious sedation are still able to respond to commands and questions from our team, but you enter a deep state of relaxation, such that you may remember very little about your appointment once it’s over. You will need a trusted friend or family member to accompany you to the appointment and take you home afterward. Unfortunately, the effects last for several hours, so this person would ideally keep an eye on you for the rest of the day as well.
Who is a Good Candidate for Oral Conscious Sedation?
In addition to being appropriate for those who have a more intense fear of dental work, oral conscious sedation may also be considered for patients who need to sit through a long or multiple procedures. This option typically isn’t recommended for children because it must be ingested and because of its powerful effects. To give yourself plenty of time to prepare for the appointment—i.e., get the prescription and take it as directed—you need to talk with us as soon as possible about taking advantage of this sedative for your next appointment. If you wait until your treatment comes, you will not have the benefits of oral conscious sedation.
Call to Learn More About Sedation Dentistry
At Brooks Dental, we're committed to providing you with dental solutions that create both optimal health and gorgeous smiles. Contact our Winthrop, MA dental office today to schedule an appointment.